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The residence located at 915 College Avenue in Houghton, which burned for hours in March, is a potential hazard and the city wants to tear it down. Manager Eric Waara says he expects to hear from the owner that there are no plans to demolish the damaged structure that remains. …

A nationwide ammunition shortage is nearing its one year anniversary, and anxious hunters are worried about the upcoming season. Jason Chaudier, manager at Woodland Firearms and Supply in Baraga, says it has been difficult since the 2020 election. He believes it may have started over political and safety concerns, and …

Sunday is one of the most anticipated days of the year for kids throughout the Copper Country. Usually, they can count on having to brave a snow storm while in costume for Halloween. That is not looking likely in 2021, but Houghton Police Chief John Donnelly says the calendar doesn’t …

Last month Lake Superior fell below its long-term average, adjusting for seasonal cyclicality, for the first time in seven years. The most recent forecast from the Army Corps of Engineers – Detroit District expects that to continue until at least March. The office in charge of monitoring the Great Lakes …

Wednesday night marked the final Houghton City Council meeting for Dan Salo. Chief of Police John Donnelly, City Manager Eric Waara, and several other members paid tribute to him throughout the session. Mike Needham used part of his closing remarks to address Salo. I saw your wife sitting there when …

High School In high school volleyball tonight… • Houghton welcomes Kingsford. • L’Anse visits Ontonagon. • Jeffers entertains Bessemer. • Chassell hosts Watersmeet. College Soccer The Finlandia University men’s soccer match at the Moody Bible Institute in Chicago yesterday was canceled. No reason was provided. College Basketball Both Northern Michigan …

Next February marks the 100th anniversary of Michigan Tech’s Winter Carnival. The logo was unveiled recently, drawn by Rachel May, and it brings the annual event back to its roots. A ferris wheel, a roller coaster that looks like something out of New York’s Coney Island, and a merry-go-round sit …

The league champion Calumet Copper Kings collected all the top honors, as the WestPAC Volleyball All-Conference Team was released this afternoon. Helen Beiring of the Copper Kings was named Player of the Year. Teammate Jana Loukus was named Defensive Specialist of the Year. Kate Bonacorsi was honored as Coach of …

A letter from the Office of Michigan Tech President Richard Koubek sent late last week to university students and staff revealed that COVID vaccinations will be mandatory by January 10th for all employees. The missive referenced a recent executive order from the Joe Biden Administration that applies to all federal …

Houghton approved the site plan for the 100 Pearl Street apartment complex last night. The plan will build new high density apartments near Michigan Tech’s campus, close enough for students to walk to classes or even downtown. The architect in charge of the project, Barry Polizn, says that the plan …